What is the UPSC age cut-off date?

Age is calculated as on 1st August of the examination year.

What is the minimum age for UPSC?

A candidate must be at least 21 years old on 1st August of the exam year.

How many attempts are allowed in UPSC?

General: 6, OBC: 9, SC/ST: 999, PwBD: 9 attempts.

UPSC Age Calculator 2026

This UPSC Age Calculator 2026 helps candidates check IAS, IPS, IFS eligibility as per official UPSC notification 2026. Age is calculated based on 1st August 2026 cut-off.

Check UPSC eligibility, attempts left, and future exam years as per official rules.

UPSC Age Calculator – Year Wise

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UPSC age cut-off?

UPSC considers age as on 1st August of the examination year.

What is the minimum age?

You must be at least 21 years old on 1st August.

How many attempts are allowed?

General: 6, OBC: 9, SC/ST: 999, PwBD: 9.